Scotland captain Weir signs for Champions League runners-up Lyon

Scotland captain Caroline Weir has signed a three-year contract with French champions Lyon after leaving Real Madrid.

Scotland captain Caroline Weir has officially joined French giants Lyon on a three-year deal. The 29-year-old midfielder left Real Madrid after her contract expired, opting for a new challenge with the Champions League runners-up. Weir spent two seasons at Real Madrid, making 72 appearances and scoring 27 goals. She helped the club win the 2022-23 Liga F title, but the team's lack of depth in Europe prompted her to seek a move. Lyon are the most successful club in women's Champions League history, with eight titles. Last season, they lost to Barcelona in the final, finishing as runners-up. Weir's arrival is expected to bolster their midfield as they aim to reclaim European glory. Weir is also a key figure for Scotland, with over 100 caps and 26 goals since her debut in 2013. She represented Great Britain at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and led Scotland to the round of 16 at the 2023 Women's World Cup. Speaking about the move, Weir said: 'Lyon are a benchmark in women's football. I am incredibly proud to join this great club and look forward to working with my teammates to win more trophies.' Lyon's sporting director praised the signing: 'Caroline is a world-class midfielder. Her experience and quality will fit perfectly into our system. We believe she can write new chapters of success here.' With Weir's addition, Lyon's squad looks even stronger for the new season. The club has already made several high-profile signings, with the clear aim of winning the Champions League. Whether Weir can help them return to the summit of European football remains to be seen.

Scotland captain Weir signs for Champions League runners-up Lyon

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